Francisco joins Geno as head coach

Panaji: Geno FC have confirmed the appointment of Francisco Bruto da Costa as their head coach for the season.

Francisco, an AFC Pro coaching licence holder, has had several roles with the national youth teams, besides stints with NorthEast United FC and Kerala Blasters as assistant to Portuguese coach Nelo Vingada. He has also worked abroad with assignments in Malaysia, Bangladesh, Egypt and Vietnam, where he most recently worked with Cong-Viettel FC in the Vietnam League 1.

He was part of the Malaysian FA’s technical team when Vingada was strategic advisor and technical director with Carlos Queiroz as coach and Mohamed Salah leading the team.

“Francisco’s appointment represents a bold step forward in our club’s evolution,” said club owner Sagar Salgaocar. “His wealth of international experience, combined with a deep understanding of Goan football culture, makes him the ideal person to lead our senior team.”

Joyner Antao, former coach at Sesa FA, will join the technical team as assistant coach. He is known for his work in youth development and local football structures.

“Together, they will shape a new footballing identity for Geno,” said Salgaocar.